2001 Ford Taurus vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Taurus | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Taurus | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |